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January 1611 a.m., Age-Reversing Exercise: Stretch and strengthen all of your 650 muscles while following the “Classical Stretch” DVD. Complete the gentle workout with dynamic exercises that are safe while challenging for every fitness level.January 1710:30 a.m., Storytime: Join us for great stories, fun activities and nifty crafts. For preschoolers and their caregivers. All are welcome every Thursday when school is in session.

The Owen County Collaborative Addiction Treatment Initiative is inviting concerned members of the community to discuss Substance Abuse in Owen County from 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Owen County Public Library located at 1370 Ky. 22 E.
Supper and childcare will be provided.

Before ever reaching the age of 10, Shelby Carter had already joined the family business. In third grade, she began waiting tables at the Smith House Restaurant on roller-skates. Prior to that, much of Shelby’s life had been lived inside the decades-old establishment.
Fast-forward to earlier this month, and Shelby and her husband, Nicholas, are now keeping up a family tradition that began with Shelby’s great-grandparents in 1952.

The Kentucky State Treasurer’s office announced last week another record year for unclaimed property, including thousands owed to Owen countians.
To date, the office has returned more than $70 million to Kentuckians, including more than $41,000 to residents of Owen County.
Still, the treasurer’s office says it has $491,902 of unclaimed property waiting to be claimed by county residents.

Wednesday, Jan. 93:15-4:30 p.m., Paint on Canvas: Kids will be using acrylic paint to create a masterpiece on canvas. We have many colors available, so you can be as creative as you want. This art program is perfect for all school-age children.

In an attempt to turn around near the 4000 block of Hwy. 127 S. a semi truck became stuck at about 2:30 p.m., Jan. 2. Owen County Emergency Management Director Larry Karsner said the truck had an Alabama license plate and was not local. The incident blocked both lanes of traffic in the area for about 30 minutes. Along with emergency management, the Owen County Sheriff’s Office responded, as well as one member of the Owenton/Owen County Volunteer Fire Department to direct traffic.

Just as Owen countians are expected to see a dramatic decrease in temperature, the Northern Kentucky Community Action Commission (NKCAC) announced Monday that it would begin distributing funds from a $2.5 million federal grant that will assist eligible households with their winter energy costs.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Crisis Program, known as LIHEAP, is the main federal program that helps low-income households and seniors with their energy bills, providing vital assistance during both the cold winter and hot summer months, according to a press release.

In its last meeting of 2018, the Owen County Fiscal Court approved the addition of J. Pruett Lane to the county road maintenance list Dec. 28, a move that has been long awaited by the road’s residents.
Under the county’s current road plan, Owen County Judge-Executive Casey Ellis said to be considered for the county road maintenance list, a road must have been passable for at least 15 years, have an adequate number of residents.

The unveiling of a traveling torch created by local artisans Jan. 6 signified Owen County’s Bicentennial, an anniversary that is set to be celebrated throughout the entirety of 2019.
Despite being delayed a week due to inclement weather, the unseasonably warm temperatures brought several dozen members of the community out to take in the Bicentennial opening ceremony, as well as a number of county officials.

The unveiling of a traveling torch created by local artisans Jan. 6 signified Owen County’s Bicentennial, an anniversary that is set to be celebrated throughout the entirety of 2019.
Despite being delayed a week due to inclement weather, the unseasonably warm temperatures brought several dozen members of the community out to take in the Bicentennial opening ceremony, as well as a number of county officials.